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The Weather Channel • • science
Key Points:
- The Orionid meteor shower peaks overnight from Wednesday, Oct. 21, into early Thursday morning, Oct. 22, with the best viewing time between midnight and dawn.
- The meteors are notable for their brightness and speed, traveling at about 41 miles per second and leaving glowing trails that can last several seconds to minutes.
- Clear skies are expected across much of the central and eastern U.S., offering good viewing conditions, but thicker clouds may hinder visibility in the Rockies, Southwest, and parts of the West Coast.
- A nor'easter off the East Coast could bring clouds and storms, particularly from New York City to New England, potentially obstructing the meteor shower for viewers in those areas.
- Observers are advised to find dark, light-pollution-free locations, allow 30 minutes for their eyes to adjust, and be patient to fully enjoy the meteor shower display.
